Rehabilitate snow removal equipment building

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County Of Chemung a $436,645.26 Project Grant on August 4, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106) to rehabilitate an existing 22,000 square-foot snow removal equipment storage building serving airports associated with Elmira, New York. The project, scheduled for completion by August 3, 2029, will extend the useful life of the facility located in Horseheads, New York through structural and infrastructure improvements to the building systems and envelope.

This grant supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by maintaining critical airport support infrastructure. The rehabilitation project will preserve essential equipment storage capacity for regional airport operations, contributing to the long-term sustainability of the Elmira airport system and supporting the nationwide infrastructure investment priorities outlined in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates existing 22,000 square foot snow removal equipment storage building to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with elmira, new york.